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New Murcia high-speed train station faces possible delay beyond 2026Key parts of the El Carmen project are complete but several essential works are still ongoing The long-awaited high-speed rail station in Murcia could face further delays, with several key parts of the project still under construction despite earlier.. 30/04/2026

Spain Labour Day weekend: Supermarket opening hours during the May bank holidayEach chain has set its own opening hours for the May 1st holiday weekend, with some regional differences across Spain The Friday May 1 Labour Day holiday will be marked throughout Spain in 2026, giving many people a long weekend to switch off, travel.. 30/04/2026

Rare Blue Moon to light up Spanish skies this MaySkywatchers across Spain will get two chances to see a full moon in May, with the second known as a Blue Moon The night sky over Spain is set to put on a rare show this May, with not one but two full moons appearing in the same month in what&rsquo.. 30/04/2026

It's a washout of a long weekend: Rain forecast in Murcia April 30-May 3The weather is not going to play ball nicely this 3-day weekend in Spain Murcia weather forecast, morning of Friday May 1   For this long weekend in Spain, the weather forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) for the Region.. 30/04/2026

Murcia bank holiday opening hours: Which supermarkets and shops will be open on May 1Full breakdown of opening hours across the Region of Murcia during the May bank holiday weekend The May bank holiday weekend is almost here in the Region of Murcia, with Friday May 1 marking Labour Day and giving many residents a welcome three-day.. 30/04/2026

How to get a criminal records check in Spain, with help from Heniam & AssociatesEverything you need to know about requesting your criminal record certificate in Spain, including online, in person and from abroad If you need to prove your legal record in Spain, you may be asked to provide a criminal record certificate as part of certain..

Why May 1 is a public holiday in SpainLabour Day is marked nationwide with a long history of workers’ rights, protest and a welcome day off May 1 is one of the most important dates in the Spanish work calendar, and this year it falls on a Friday, creating a long weekend for many people.. 30/04/2026

New 24-hour tourist information point to open in Los Narejos by the summerAnother addition to the remodelled Avenida Nalón in Los Narejos Six months after the project was announced, work is now under way in Los Alcázares to create a new tourist office in Avenida Río Nalón in Los Narejos, where a.. 30/04/2026

Key 'rehearsal' day arrives for the much-anticipated solar eclipse in SpainStargazers across Spain can test viewing spots now ahead of August 12 total eclipse People across Spain are already gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of 2026, with a total solar eclipse set to take place on Wednesday August 12. It&.. 30/04/2026

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across SpainA new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist apartments has not increased the supply of permanent rental homes across Spain, according to a new study from Idealista. The figures show.. 29/04/2026

Calnegre moves to limit tourist pressure with €330,000 protection planThe new measures aim to reduce overcrowding and protect one of Murcia’s most fragile coastal areas The unspoilt coves of the Murcian coast have long been a quiet favourite among locals, but in recent summers, places like Calnegre in Lorca have.. 29/04/2026

The hidden side of pet ownership: Murcia and Cartagena face growing dog waste challengeThousands of dogs bring daily joy to their owners, but managing the scale of waste is becoming a serious urban issue For many people across Murcia and Cartagena, walking the dog is one of the simple pleasures of daily life. It is routine, familiar and.. 29/04/2026

Valle de Ricote and Moratalla in full bloom with orange blossom and lavenderLocal town halls organise hikes, workshops, and food events to help people make the most of this special time of year Many people think of Murcia when it's time to plan their summer holidays. And it's easy to understand why the climate.. 29/04/2026

Read the May edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the May issue of Home & Living magazine This edition is not only full of inspiring home and living articles, but you'll find so much more.....   • We start with looking at Ibiza in May. This month the islands.. 29/04/2026

Segura River water reserves in Murcia hit their best level since 2013While the rest of Spain sees reservoir levels dipping, the Segura basin is heading in the opposite direction Water reserves in the Segura River basin reservoirs are continuing to recover, with levels now sitting at just above 58% of capacity and rising.. 29/04/2026

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the marketSpainora helps expats navigate Spain’s fast-changing new-build market and find the right property with confidence Spain’s housing debate is usually dominated by talk of shortages, rising prices and the growing difficulty many people face.. 29/04/2026

Clean-up begins on Murcia's long-neglected municipal plotsNearly €300,000 will be invested to clear rubbish, cut back weeds and improve neglected plots for the communities around them Murcia is one of Spain's most beautiful regions. Often called the garden of Spain, it is known for its green.. 29/04/2026

Jumilla restaurant draws praise from the Murcia governmentRestaurante de Loreto is one of many fine dining establishments in northern Murcia The town of Jumilla in northern Murcia is blessed with many fine restaurants (click here for a more complete listing) but just one of them has been singled out for special.. 29/04/2026

Drying laundry on your balcony in Lorca could now cost you up to €1,500New rules aim to tidy up the town’s appearance and respond to long-standing complaints from residents Residents in Lorca may soon need to think twice before hanging out the washing, after the Ayuntamiento approved new rules that could see fines.. 28/04/2026

Mohamed's fight to stay in Cartagena: The young man who saved a life now hoping Spain will change hisThe city is rallying behind the young man as he fights for the right to residency in Spain as part of the extraordinary regularisation process Mohamed Diagne is desperately trying not to get his hopes up. After the Immigration Office refused his residency.. 28/04/2026